Wellness Chess Tour Grand Prix 2026 – GP6 takes place from May 28-31, 2026 in Harkány, Hungary. This is a chess tournament in Harkány, Hungary, in 2026. The event features one open over-the-board chess tournament with seven rounds and a full classical chess tournament time control of 90 minutes plus a 30-second increment from move one. Hotel Kager in Harkány hosts the competition, and the tournament offers a confirmed cash prize fund of about USD 830.
Moreover, this chess tournament in Harkány combines rated play with a hotel-and-wellness setting, which gives the event a different atmosphere from a standard city open. In addition, the tournament is part of the Wellness Chess Tour Grand Prix 2026 series, so players can also collect Grand Prix points and work toward the annual standings. As a result, this chess event in Harkány is an appealing option for club players, experienced competitors, seniors, women, and juniors who want a competitive spring tournament in Hungary.
🗓️ Event Details
| Item | Details |
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| 📅 Dates | May 28-31, 2026 |
| 📍 Location | Harkány, Hungary |
| ♟️ Format | 7-round Swiss tournament |
| 📂 Sections | 1 section |
| ⏱️ Time control | 90 minutes + 30-second increment |
| 💳 Entry fee | Above 2200 Elo: HUF 9,000; 2100-2199 Elo: HUF 12,000; under 2100 Elo: HUF 14,000 |
| 💰 Prize fund | USD 830 (approx.) |
| 👤 Eligibility | Players must hold a valid 2026 license or HPL |
| 🧩 Organizer notes | Part of the Wellness Chess Tour Grand Prix 2026 |
🏆 Prize Fund
The total confirmed cash prize fund is HUF 300,000, guaranteed with at least 50 participants.
| Prize category | Cash prizes |
|---|---|
| Main prizes | 1st HUF 100,000; 2nd HUF 60,000; 3rd HUF 35,000; 4th HUF 25,000; 5th HUF 20,000; 6th HUF 15,000 |
| Rating prizes | Best player Elo 0-1800: HUF 15,000; Best player Elo 1800-2000: HUF 15,000 |
In addition, the event offers special prizes for the best young player, the best competitor from Baranya County, the best player aged 60 and above, and the best woman, provided that at least five players compete in each category. Prizes are not split. Taxes and contributions follow Hungarian law.
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The tournament uses a 7-round Swiss system in one open section. Each player receives 90 minutes for the game plus a 30-second increment from move one. Therefore, the event follows a standard classical chess tournament structure across the full four-day schedule.
In addition, the published tiebreak order is Corrective Buchholz, Buchholz, and Progressive. The event is also part of the broader Wellness Chess Tour Grand Prix circuit, which rewards players for repeated participation across multiple stations in 2026.
📂 Sections / Groups
The tournament is played as one main open section without Elo restriction.
📅 Schedule
| Date | Weekday | Time | Round |
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| May 28, 2026 | Thursday | 10:50 AM | Opening ceremony |
| May 28, 2026 | Thursday | 11:00 AM | Round 1 |
| May 28, 2026 | Thursday | 4:00 PM | Round 2 |
| May 29, 2026 | Friday | 9:00 AM | Round 3 |
| May 29, 2026 | Friday | 3:00 PM | Round 4 |
| May 30, 2026 | Saturday | 9:00 AM | Round 5 |
| May 30, 2026 | Saturday | 3:00 PM | Round 6 |
| May 30, 2026 | Saturday | 7:30 PM | Blitz competition |
| May 31, 2026 | Sunday | 9:00 AM | Round 7 |
| May 31, 2026 | Sunday | After the round | Closing ceremony |
📝 Registration
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| How to register | Register by email |
| Entry fee | Above 2200 Elo: HUF 9,000; 2100-2199 Elo: HUF 12,000; under 2100 Elo: HUF 14,000 |
| Free entry | GM, IM, WGM, WIM |
| Deadline | Registration closes on May 27, 2026 |
| Membership | A valid 2026 license or HPL is required |
| Discount | Players who have already participated in at least 6 stations receive HUF 2,000 discount from the 7th station onward in 2026 |
| Group discount | If at least 5 players from one chess club register, each player receives HUF 2,000 discount |
| Confirmation | All registrations are confirmed by the organizer |
👥 Organizer
The Wellness Chess Tour organizing team runs this Harkány event as part of its national Grand Prix series and continues to combine competitive chess with wellness-based tournament weekends across Hungary. In addition, the organizer manages entries, accommodation coordination, and player communication for the full event.
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Address: Hotel Kager, Szent István utca 50-52, 7815 Harkány, Hungary
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Email: sporty207@gmail.com
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Phone: +36 30 640 3361
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Website: https://www.wellnesschesstour.com
🏨 Venue
Hotel Kager, Szent István utca 50-52, 7815 Harkány, Hungary
The tournament takes place in the conference room of Hotel Kager in Harkány. Moreover, the venue gives players a hotel-based playing site with wellness services and on-site accommodation. This setup keeps the event practical for players who want to stay at the tournament location throughout the weekend.
🛎️ Accommodation
Hotel Kager offers a special tournament package with half board. A double room costs HUF 23,000 per person per night with half board, while a special offer for one person is listed as HUF 28,000 per person for 3 nights with half board.
The package includes accommodation, buffet breakfast, buffet dinner, unlimited use of the wellness area, indoor hot tubs, sauna access, steam cabin, bathrobes, sauna towels, fitness room use, Wi-Fi, and closed parking. Tourist tax is not included. In addition, children aged 0-5 stay free, while children aged 5-12 receive a 50% discount.
🚗 How to Get There
Players can travel to Harkány and then continue directly to Hotel Kager. In addition, staying at the official hotel makes the event easy to manage because the playing hall, accommodation, meals, and wellness facilities are all in one place.
🧾 Other
A separate blitz competition is scheduled for Saturday evening. In addition, hotel bookings for the special accommodation offer are handled directly by the tournament director.
Enjoy a competitive long weekend in Harkány and take part in a distinctive chess event that combines rated play, Grand Prix points, and a full wellness hotel setting.
Additional Details
Prize Fund - $830
Organizer
Wellness Chess Tour is a Hungary-based tournament organizer that runs a well-known international chess Grand Prix series. Today, it combines competitive over-the-board chess with practical travel planning. Over the years, Wellness Chess Tour has built repeat participation from players across Central Europe. As a result, the brand is closely associated with reliable scheduling and clear event operations.
Moreover, Wellness Chess Tour organizes Wellness Chess Tour GP6 as one of its key seasonal stations. The series typically features FIDE-rated classical chess with multiple sections and transparent regulations. In addition, the organizer emphasizes consistent playing conditions, punctual round starts, and well-defined registration steps, so participants can focus on preparation, energy management, and performance across the full schedule. Therefore, Wellness Chess Tour GP events appeal to players who value both serious chess and predictable logistics.
At the same time, Wellness Chess Tour aims to deliver a friendly tournament atmosphere for competitors and accompanying guests. Consequently, many participants treat the event as both a chess challenge and a social weekend. In addition, the organizer highlights hospitality, fair play, and straightforward communication, which reduces uncertainty before arrival and supports smooth on-site coordination for everyone involved. Furthermore, Wellness Chess Tour in Hungary remains committed to professional organization and a stable player experience from station to station.
